THE Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Matthew Kukah, has urged the Federal Government to prioritise food security in all national plans.
The cleric made the call at his investiture as Trustee of the Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology (NIFST) in Abuja.
He said Nigerians should not be hungry or poor, given the country’s abundant human and material resources.
Kukah said: “Poverty is a loss of dignity, and there is bound to be a crisis when a man cannot provide for his family.”
The President of NIFST, Dr. Bola Osinowo, said the current global food crisis has significantly impacted developing countries.
He said: “Our country is at a crossroads, and the role of NIFST to ameliorate this challenge should not be underestimated.
“Food science plays a crucial role in addressing this crisis by offering solutions for increased food production, sustainable farming practices, and food preservation.
“We need to support the government at all levels for the eradication of poverty through food security.”